What are the responsibilities and job description for the Signage Production Manager position at Fastsigns of Forest Hills?
About the Role
We are a premier, fast-paced custom signage and visual graphics manufacturing center looking for a dynamic, hands-on Production Manager to lead our back-of-house operations.
In this role, you won’t just be supervising; you will be the engine that drives our daily operations, ensuring that every sign, banner, and digital graphic is produced to the highest quality standards, on time, and on budget. If you thrive in high-volume environments, love the art of sign-making, and possess sharp leadership skills, we want to talk to you.
Key Responsibilities
- Workflow Optimization: Manage the daily production schedule, workflow, and resource allocation to meet tight deadlines in a high-volume environment.
- Team Leadership: Train, mentor, and supervise production and installation staff, fostering a collaborative, efficient, and safety-conscious culture.
- Quality Control: Oversee the end-to-end manufacturing process (printing, laminating, cutting, assembly) to ensure flawless execution and minimize material waste.
- Inventory & Equipment Management: Maintain optimal stock levels of substrates, vinyl, and inks. Ensure all wide-format printers, plotters, and routers are routinely maintained and calibrated.
- Cross-Department Collaboration: Work closely with sales and design teams to review proofs, troubleshoot complex builds, and provide accurate timelines.
Position Requirements: Experience & Background
- Industry Experience: 5 to 7 years of production management experience specifically within a fast-paced signage manufacturing shop.
- Franchise Familiarity: Direct experience working within a fast-turnaround signage franchise model (e.g., nationwide sign and graphics networks) is highly preferred.
- Technical Expertise: Deep knowledge of wide-format digital printing, vinyl application, CNC routing, laminating, and various sign substrates. Knowledge of pre press softwares like Onyx, Flexi & Design softwares like Illustrator is an added advantage.
Licenses & Skills
- Driver’s License: Must possess a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record (necessary for occasional site visits, deliveries, or installation oversight).
- Language Skills: Multilingual capabilities are highly desirable to effectively communicate with our diverse team and customer base.
- Soft Skills: Exceptional problem-solving abilities, strong spatial awareness, and the calm-under-pressure demeanor required for a rapid-turnaround shop.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary based on experience
- A vibrant, energetic team culture with plenty of room for professional growth
To Apply: Please submit your resume along with a brief cover letter detailing your specific experience in the signage industry and your experience managing production workflows.
Pay: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour
Education:
- Bachelor's (Preferred)
Experience:
- Signage Production Management: 5 years (Required)
Language:
- English (Required)
- Spanish (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Drivers License (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Queens, NY 11385 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $25 - $35